Sault Ste. Marie Man Charged in Repeat Robbery of Known Victim

Jasen Hansen, 50, faces multiple charges after allegedly robbing the same person twice in two days.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 8:36am

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A 50-year-old man in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan has been arrested and charged with two counts of robbery and two counts of failure to comply with a probation order after allegedly robbing the same victim on two separate occasions just two days apart. The victim and the accused, Jasen Hansen, were reportedly known to each other.

Why it matters

Repeat offenses against the same victim raise concerns about public safety and the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, particularly when it comes to bail and probation policies. The fact that the victim and accused were known to each other also adds a layer of complexity to the case.

The details

According to police, on December 12th the victim was pushed to the ground and robbed. Just two days later, on December 14th, the same victim was punched and robbed near Albert Street East and Abbott Street. Fortunately, no physical injuries were reported in either incident. Jasen Hansen, also 50 years old, has been arrested and is facing the multiple charges. He is currently being held in custody pending a bail hearing.

  • On December 12, 2026, the victim was reportedly pushed to the ground and robbed.
  • On December 14, 2026, the same victim was punched and robbed near Albert Street East and Abbott Street.

The players

Jasen Hansen

A 50-year-old man who has been charged with two counts of robbery and two counts of failure to comply with a probation order after allegedly robbing the same victim on two separate occasions just two days apart.

The Victim

A 50-year-old individual who was the target of two separate robbery incidents by the accused, Jasen Hansen, within a two-day period.

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What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Jasen Hansen out on bail.

The takeaway

This case highlights the challenges of repeat offenders and the need for a criminal justice system that balances public safety with due process. It also raises questions about the effectiveness of bail and probation policies in preventing recidivism.